Klein-Kurve Long-Nose Wire Stripper, Wire Cutter, Crimping Tool

I read the negative reviews so you don't have to; I'll summarize: 1. Lefties are left out: I'm a lefty. When using it left handed the strip labels are embossed, not printed and it does make it hard to read in dark areas (see picture) 2. Strip labels are offset: true, but they're all offset by the same amount as shown in the picture. If you frequently use different wire cut/strip tools from different manufacturers I suppose this could be a problem, but if this is your only wire cutter/stripper you'll get used to it after a couple uses 3. Cutter isn't sharp: I don't know what this is all about. It cuts wire/insulation/etc just fine 4. Doesn't cut screws: No it doesn't -- this is a wire cutter/stripper not a replacement for your toolbox 5. Isn't sprung: Nope, is not. If you want a decent multi-use tool that works well you're going to have to make a sacrifice somewhere, and this is it I had a cheaper company's tool and thought "they're all the same." I lost that one and needed one that crimped and this one is SO MUCH BETTER. I'd forgotten just how much the old adage rings true: cheap tools are no bargain. TL;DR: This is a multi-use tool that doesn't try to do *everything* and is better for it. This model is easy to use, sharp, well constructed, comfortable, and is just overall thoughtfully designed.

Light. Nice cuts. One flaw - the printing for the hole size is significantly offset from the corresponding hole. You have to be careful you don't chose the wrong hole! I don't know if it is just my pair and they are defective. I'd love to exchange them if that's the case because it's irritating and leads to mistakes.

For me Klein is one of the top brands in electrical tools and equipment. I had a really nice, spring-loaded pair of Klein wire strippers that got damaged and I needed a replacement. There was no question the replacement would be another Klein tool. This wire tool is so versatile and reliable! I'm super happy. The non-slip grip is comfortable making the tool easy to hold. The tool cuts and strips evenly 10 to 20 AWG solid wire and 12 to 22 stranded wire. The tool itself is labeled really well by metal stamping on both sides. The labels are very easy to read and are in great alignment to the actual feature. The crimping feature located just above the handle can crimp insulated and non-insulated wire from 10-22 AWG and each side of the tool is clearly stamped at the correct crimping location. The jaws on the nose are serrated to make grabbing or pulling wire easy. This tool is packed with features. Overall, the quality and versatility of this wire tool is excellent and it will hopefully last a lifetime!

Nice pair of strippers with plier tips. I have several sets of strippers of varying designs but nothing quite like this one. I tested it on some sprinkler wire for a landscaping project I'm working on. The stripper made clean and fast work of the 18 gauge solid core wire. The needle nose plier tips are a nice touch for pulling wires out of a box or doing some basic twisting. The handles are comfortable and I didn't feel the grips slipping or anything putting odd pressure on my hands. Overall this will find a place in my electrical toolbox for various wiring projects.

Klein Tools’ long nose wire stripper/crimper tool is a quality “made in USA” tool. Comfortable handle that is reinforced so grips don’t slip off... Thank gosh because my old pair (a less expensive brand) drove me crazy when the grips would slide off. The head is reinforced to reduce flex when stripping heavier gauges. Handles 10-20 AWG solid wire and 12-22 AWG stranded wire. Tool has all labels in print on one side and forged on the back so they’ll always be legible. Tips work well for grabbing, pulling, and bending small wires. Cutting blades and crimpers (for insulated and non-insulated connectors) work as intended too. This tool is not made to cut steel wire so I use a real wire cutter for that application. Overall a nice tool.

The Klein long nose wire stripper to be very sharp and really exact when stripping wires. I has a full throat sharp cutter and completely wraps around the wire for a clean fast cut and stripping of the insulation. The handle is angled for ergonomics and after a day of use I prefer this handle design to a typical wire stripper with handles in same position. I really liked the clear, easy to read printed markings for wire gauge and crimp notated on the tool. These markings are clearly printed on BOTH sides of the tool. This is definitely a plus and not seen on many other tools. If you look at photos, the wire strippers are clearly marked in white and at the center of the handles have crimping for insulted and non-insulated connectors. These should be used only for cutting copper wires. The Klein wire strippers are definitely priced right and as other Klein tool, very well made and will last a long time.

Excellent stripping tool! Great feel in the hand! Precise operation!

Wire stripper is great, sharp and makes accorate. Cuts, only downfall it has no lock to keep tool closed when not in use, don't drop this tool into the bottom of a tool bag you could get hurt.

A really good American Made Tool.

Good wire strippers for the average DIYer.

It does the job but there is no spring action, so have to open it up after the cut.

Exactly what I needed, works great.

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Definitely did the job for less cost

Klein Tools have always been a great pro product. Quality is what I look for and purchase.

Sturdy construction and great quality you would want to find in a tool in its class.

Tool worked extremely well.

Had a much older version of this wire strippers and decided to upgrade this this one ( still use the older version in my RV). I use it for cropping wire terminals and stripping wire. Quality product that will last a long time

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I work in the automotive industry, occasionally we have to repair wiring, these are great. Durable and comfortable, would buy again.

I prefer spring action